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Environment
fromFast Company
17 hours ago

The solution to America's energy crisis starts with homes

Home solar and storage systems provide energy independence during severe storms, highlighting the need for a shift in America's energy infrastructure approach.
Digital life
fromEarth911
1 day ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
10 hours ago

The 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid Is Here. The SUV Will Get Even More Electric In 2029 With An EREV Option

Kia will launch two extended-range electric vehicles in the U.S. by 2030, including a pickup and an updated Telluride SUV.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
12 hours ago

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
17 hours ago

A new German-Polish project shows how cities can be heated without fossil fuels

Local leadership and cross-border collaboration in Görlitz and Zgorzelec aim to deliver cleaner, affordable heat and enhance energy security.
California
fromStreetsblog California
1 day ago

In Year with a Glut of E-Bike Legislation, Blakespear's Efforts to Define E-Bikes and Limit E-Motos Advances - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1167 aims to clarify e-bike definitions and regulate e-motos to enhance safety and accountability in the marketplace.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Toronto's streetlights to be converted to LED lighting by 2035, officials say | CBC News

We will convert every street light to modern LED light in the next 10 years, more than doubling our current pace. To keep the system going, we will also replace aging infrastructure below ground.
Canada news
Bicycling
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Amflow's latest e-bikes raise the bar again

Amflow introduces two electric mountain bike ranges featuring Avinox motors, emphasizing power, range, and weight balance.
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

2026 Green Business Expo + Earth Day Festival (Yerba Buena Gardens)

Join the San Francisco Environment Department, in partnership with the Yerba Buena Gardens Conservancy and Climatebase, for a day of sustainability, community, and action at the official kickoff event for SF Climate Week.
San Francisco
#outdoor-living
Remodel
fromAol
1 day ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Outdoor living spaces are now prioritized by homebuyers, with detailed designs and significant budgets reflecting a shift in focus from indoor to outdoor environments.
Remodel
fromAol
1 day ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Outdoor living spaces are now prioritized by homebuyers, with detailed designs and significant budgets reflecting a shift in focus from indoor to outdoor environments.
Remodel
fromAol
1 day ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Backyards are increasingly prioritized in home design, with clients seeking detailed outdoor layouts and features for enhanced living experiences.
Remodel
fromELLE Decor
1 day ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Outdoor living spaces are now prioritized by homebuyers, with detailed designs and large budgets reflecting a shift in focus from indoor to outdoor living.
Remodel
fromAol
1 day ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Outdoor living spaces are now prioritized by homebuyers, with detailed designs and significant budgets reflecting a shift in focus from indoor to outdoor environments.
Remodel
fromAol
1 day ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Outdoor living spaces are now prioritized by homebuyers, with detailed designs and significant budgets reflecting a shift in focus from indoor to outdoor environments.
Remodel
fromAol
1 day ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Backyards are increasingly prioritized in home design, with clients seeking detailed outdoor layouts and features for enhanced living experiences.
Remodel
fromELLE Decor
1 day ago

Designers Say These 5 Backyard Trends Will Be Everywhere in 2026

Outdoor living spaces are now prioritized by homebuyers, with detailed designs and large budgets reflecting a shift in focus from indoor to outdoor living.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
#cloud-computing
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago
Business intelligence

Hyperscaler datacentres set to dominate by 2031 | Computer Weekly

Hyperscalers are projected to dominate global datacentre capacity, reaching 67% by 2031, driven by AI growth.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Navigating the opaque fog of public cloud carbon footprints | Computer Weekly

The environmental benefits of public cloud services are increasingly questioned due to inconsistent sustainability metrics and reporting among major providers.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Navigating the opaque fog of public cloud carbon footprints | Computer Weekly

The environmental benefits of public cloud services are increasingly questioned due to inconsistent sustainability metrics and reporting among major providers.
Design
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

What Is the Technosphere and Why Does It Redefine Architecture?

Architecture is now influenced by global systems and infrastructures, acting as a mediator within the technosphere.
London startup
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Investors are going nuclear to keep UK's AI datacenters fed

Investors are increasingly funding nuclear power as a sustainable solution for the UK's datacenter energy needs.
Brooklyn
fromtherealdeal.com
1 day ago

NYC's top construction permits: Week ending April 3, 2026

Brooklyn sees significant new building applications, including multiple residential projects across various neighborhoods.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

The housing market is fragmenting as local trends diverge

The housing market shows stability, but regional performance is diverging, affecting deal closures amid rising mortgage rates.
#climate-change
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

A New Narrative for Planetary Health in the Hybrid Era

Perceiving crises as external leads to helplessness and disengagement, while recognizing agency fosters positive outcomes and behavior change.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

A New Narrative for Planetary Health in the Hybrid Era

Perceiving crises as external leads to helplessness and disengagement, while recognizing agency fosters positive outcomes and behavior change.
Environment
fromNature
4 days ago

'Yes, we can': a blueprint for a clean economy and healthy society

A new 'clean' economy focused on sustainability can lead to a more efficient and prosperous society.
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Can Sponge Cities Save Us from the Coming Floods?

Flood control strategies are shifting from traditional barriers to more integrated, park-like solutions due to climate change impacts.
World news
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

The Middle East's real vulnerability isn't oil - it's the desalination plants that supply 90% of its drinking water - Silicon Canals

The Middle East's reliance on desalinated water exposes significant vulnerabilities, particularly due to concentrated infrastructure and ongoing military conflicts.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
2 days ago

Should the government encourage people to work from home to save fuel?

Countries are responding to the fuel crisis with measures like remote work to reduce dependency on cars.
Europe news
fromwww.thelocal.it
1 day ago

Driving and air conditioning: What's in Italy's energy-saving emergency plan?

Italy plans emergency measures to save energy due to potential fuel supply disruptions, including limits on air conditioning and car use.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 days ago

Elon Musk's Terafab project locks up massive new partner

Terafab is a $20-25 billion semiconductor complex in Austin, aiming to produce 1 terawatt of compute capacity annually.
OMG science
fromState of the Planet
6 days ago

Two Sustainability Students See Opportunity Hidden in Laundry-Induced Microplastic Pollution

Federal agencies are prioritizing microplastics in drinking water and launching initiatives to detect and remove them from the human body.
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Satellite mirror plans could disrupt sleep and ecosystems worldwide, scientists say

Deployment of reflective satellites could disrupt ecosystems and human health by altering natural night-time light environments.
#data-centers
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago
Data science

People would rather have an Amazon warehouse in their backyard than a data center | TechCrunch

Data science
fromThe Walrus
1 week ago

Data Centres Are on Track to Wreck the Planet. Can We Stop Them? | The Walrus

Hyperscaled data centers consume massive power and water, raising concerns about their environmental impact.
Tech industry
fromAxios
6 days ago

AI boom drives clash between grid power vs. energy "islands"

On-site power for data centers is increasing, with projections suggesting it could reach 50% of planned capacity.
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago
Data science

People would rather have an Amazon warehouse in their backyard than a data center | TechCrunch

Environment
fromFortune
1 week ago

Data centers aren't breaking the grid. A broken grid is | Fortune

A new Senate bill misidentifies data centers as the problem, while the real issue lies in an outdated and underbuilt electrical grid.
#ai
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago
Artificial intelligence

AI companies are building huge natural gas plants to power data centers. What could go wrong? | TechCrunch

fromFortune
5 days ago
Digital life

AI's next frontier is the real world | Fortune

AI has transformed digital interactions, yet the physical world still relies on outdated identity verification methods.
fromApp Developer Magazine
4 days ago
Environment

ChatGPT Carbon Footprint Matches 1.3 Million Cars Report Finds

The electricity use of a popular conversational AI tool now matches that of a small nation, raising significant environmental concerns.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

AI companies are building huge natural gas plants to power data centers. What could go wrong? | TechCrunch

The tech industry is heavily investing in natural gas power plants to support the growing demand for AI-related energy needs.
Digital life
fromFortune
5 days ago

AI's next frontier is the real world | Fortune

AI has transformed digital interactions, yet the physical world still relies on outdated identity verification methods.
Environment
fromApp Developer Magazine
4 days ago

ChatGPT Carbon Footprint Matches 1.3 Million Cars Report Finds

The electricity use of a popular conversational AI tool now matches that of a small nation, raising significant environmental concerns.
#nevada
Environment
fromFortune
18 hours ago

Data centers are destroying states' clean energy dreams | Fortune

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.
Environment
fromFast Company
16 hours ago

States are falling short on their clean energy goals due to data center boom

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.
Environment
fromFortune
18 hours ago

Data centers are destroying states' clean energy dreams | Fortune

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.
Environment
fromFast Company
16 hours ago

States are falling short on their clean energy goals due to data center boom

Nevada's utility may struggle to meet clean energy targets due to surging electricity demand from data centers, likely relying on fossil fuels.
Non-profit organizations
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Trump's 2027 budget would cut billions from clean energy and climate programs while boosting military spending

Trump's 2027 budget proposal includes significant cuts to clean energy and environmental programs, aiming to eliminate funding for the 'green agenda.'
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

California considering a first of its kind idea to boost factory-built housing

California is considering entering the construction insurance business to address the housing shortage through innovative building methods.
Germany news
fromSustainable Bus
17 hours ago

Daimler Buses to introduce Mercedes Conecto in Germany from 2027 - Sustainable Bus

Daimler Buses will launch the Mercedes Conecto in Germany in mid-2027, expanding its city bus offerings for private-sector operators.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Off the Mainland: Floating Architecture Projects Redefining the Built Environment

Floating architecture adapts to water levels, using buoyant materials and anchoring systems to address environmental challenges in coastal regions.
Real estate
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Will AI doom office space to history?

Artificial intelligence is significantly impacting the commercial real estate sector, raising concerns about the future of human roles in advisory services.
Digital life
fromForbes
4 days ago

Where Americans Are Moving In 2026 As Remote Work Changes Where We Live

Many Americans are considering relocation due to changing priorities and the rise of remote work, seeking slower, cheaper, or different lifestyles.
#solar-energy
UK politics
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Is YOUR hometown a solar panel hotspot? Use our map to find out

Labour's push for solar panels faces criticism for being impractical and costly amid rising household bills.
UK politics
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Is YOUR hometown a solar panel hotspot? Use our map to find out

Labour's push for solar panels faces criticism for being impractical and costly amid rising household bills.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

Automakers are teaming up, speeding up, and hoping AI can help them down a tough road ahead

Automakers are leveraging AI to shorten vehicle development timelines and enhance efficiency in response to industry challenges.
Science
fromInverse
6 days ago

SXSW 2026 Proves AI Is So Last Year - And Space Is The Next Frontier

SXSW showcases innovation, highlighting both AI advancements and immersive experiences like virtual reality simulations of the International Space Station.
OMG science
fromFuturism
6 days ago

$60 Million Startup Says It's Invented a New Particle to Dim the Sun

Stardust Solutions raised $60 million for solar geoengineering to combat global warming by dimming the Sun, but faces significant controversy and unknown consequences.
#car-free-earth-day
European startups
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Fast, modular, and solar-powered: a better way to build data centers

A modular data center powered by solar panels and repurposed EV batteries operates 99.2% of the time, showcasing a sustainable alternative to traditional data centers.
#sustainability
Environment
fromFast Company
14 hours ago

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 week ago

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
Environment
fromFast Company
14 hours ago

The problem with Earth Month isn't greenwashing

Brands are increasingly silent about their sustainability efforts, leading to a loss of market signals and support for regenerative practices.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 week ago

Earth911 Inspiration: The First Step To Sustainability

Sustainability begins with recognizing the connection between humanity and nature, free from artificial boundaries.
Artificial intelligence
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

What Architects Expect From AI Tools in 2026

Artificial intelligence is increasingly integrated into architectural practice, enhancing design workflows and creative possibilities for firms worldwide.
#transportation
fromBusline News
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

Message From 2026 UMA EXPO: Fast-Moving Policy Environment Requires Education & Determination - Busline News

fromBusline News
2 days ago
Alternative transportation

Message From 2026 UMA EXPO: Fast-Moving Policy Environment Requires Education & Determination - Busline News

fromNature
3 days ago

'Net zero' isn't madness: the staggering economic costs of climate change

The overarching message of The Economics of Climate Change: The Stern Review was that failing to invest in mitigating climate change would exact an alarmingly high price, estimated between 5% and 20% of global GDP per year.
Environment
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago

5 Best Tech Gadgets of March 2026 - Yanko Design

March 2024 gadgets prioritize subtraction over addition, with five standout products challenging conventional product design by reducing screen time, bulk, and compromise while delivering ambitious performance and functionality.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

The Line at a Crossroads: Revisiting NEOM's Vision for a Utopian City

The Line project in NEOM has faced significant setbacks, including construction pauses and reduced population targets, amid financial and logistical challenges.
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

How Terraco Enhances Thermal Efficiency and Facade Longevity in Prefabricated Buildings

Offsite construction has delivered measurable environmental gains, with a peer-reviewed study showing an average reduction of 78.8% in construction waste compared to conventional methods. Under controlled factory conditions, reductions can reach up to 90%, highlighting significant improvements in sustainability.
Environment
Remote teams
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

12 ways to build a sustainable, future-proof office in 2026

Modern offices must deliver measurable value through employee experience and sustainability to compete for talent and justify their operational costs.
Environment
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Renewables dominate 2025's newly installed generating capacity

Renewable energy capacity grew by 700 GW last year, accounting for 86% of global generating capacity growth.
Environment
from99% Invisible
6 days ago

Service Request #4: How Does the Grid in Phoenix Work? - 99% Invisible

Phoenix's extreme summer heat underscores the critical importance of a reliable electrical grid for survival.
Environment
fromEarth911
6 days ago

Earth911 Inspiration: Show Up for Planet Earth

Make Earth Day 2026 a pivotal response to environmental damage from recent U.S. policy reversals.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

The Technosphere: ArchDaily's March Editorial Focus

Modern architecture's true weight lies in energy-intensive mechanical systems rather than physical structures, embedding buildings within planetary technospheres of 30 trillion tons of human-made matter.
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

At the Doorstep of Tomorrow

The war began the week of my 26th birthday. There was a lightness on that day, something born from what remained of our childhood. Sparks like candy, crackling in our mouths: colorful letters; laughter leaking out through voice notes; hearts adorning our text chats; an abundance of cake. But the days that followed are laid out like burnt matchsticks; once the first one was lit, the flames consumed the rest. The war spared nothing on the calendar; I have had no other birthdays since.
World news
Environment
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

AI Data Centers Could Guzzle As Much Water As NYC by 2030

AI data centers consume over 1 million gallons of water daily through evaporative cooling, requiring infrastructure upgrades costing $10-58 billion and corporate-community funding partnerships.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
2 months ago

7 ways AI could change architecture in 2026

AI will streamline early-stage architectural design, removing friction, enabling rapid exploration of contextual options, and enhancing collaboration without replacing human creativity.
Design
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Top architects on the biggest challenges they'll face in 2026

Architects must prioritize collaboration, community-centered design, faster delivery without quality loss, clear high-performance standards, streamlined approvals, and AI-enabled workflows to address housing and infrastructure crises.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

'People need to ask more of their buildings': 6 ideas that will define architecture in 2026

Fast Company asked architects from some of the top firms working around the world what they thought about the look of architecture in 2026. Of course, a building designed in 2026 almost certainly will not be completed in 2026, and construction timelines are notoriously fluid.
Design
Environment
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Building a liveable capital by 2040 - the infrastructure, talent and sustainability trade-offs - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Liveability depends on functioning infrastructure, a thriving talent ecosystem, and sustainable resilience, achieved through deliberate, transparent trade-offs focused on long-term outcomes.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Earth911 Inspiration: a Dozen Highly Effective Policies

A dozen highly effective policies in the largest countries can initiate a decisive post-carbon transition if implemented now.
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